Latest in Tag: Cairo International Film Festival Highlight
Latest in Tag: Cairo International Film Festival
US Embassy in Cairo supports 44th Cairo International Film Festival
The statement added that the embassy is partnering with Film Independent â an esteemed Los Angeles-based film and arts organisation â to sponsor American documentary film screenings, panel discussions with American filmmakers and producers, and a cinematography workshop led by Hollywood cinematographer Irvin Liu at the festival.
Cairo International Film Festival unveils dates for 43rd edition
Despite COVID-19 challenges, film festivals have found way to survive, acted as lifeline for filmmakers affected by pandemic, says CIFF President Mohamed Hefzy
US magazine Variety names CIFF President among influential business leaders shaping global media
The US magazine, Variety, has included President of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) Mohamed Hefzy on its Variety500 list for 2020.
Cairo International Film Festival starts accepting submission for 42nd edition
Mohamed Hefzy continues as festivalâs president, Ahmed Shawky appointed as artistic director
Cairo International Film Festival announces 27 World and International Premieres
Hefzy reiterated his commitment to making progress in the international stage, using the CIFF as a tool for Egyptian cinephiles to discover otherwise unknown great films and to support Arab cinema.
Screen International to launch 3rd edition of âArab Stars of Tomorrowâ at CIFF
Screen Internationalâs âArab Stars of Tomorrowâ was launched with the mandate to celebrate Arab talent and highlight the hottest up-and-coming actors, writers, directors, and filmmakers who are primed to make their mark in the international industry in the years to come.
I always knew I wanted to be part of cinema world, says August
Filmmaking not only about money-making: Danish director during CIFF
Cairo Film Connection announces awards
CFC launched in 2010 in 34th edition of CIFF, proved to be much-needed platform for Arab cinema
Lawyers file case over actress dress in CIFF
While social media whirled topsy-turvy upside over dress, some expressed indifference
Jury of Cairo International Film Festival hold conference to present films
CIFFâs 40th edition new Best Arab film award to be selected by jury led by German critic Klaus Eder
Who will be honoured at CIFF this year
CIFF Fatenn Hamama Honourary award goes toâŠ
Cairo International Film Festival: New horizons to communicate with international film industry
This yearâs edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) included an exceptional selection of films chosen according to a policy which observes the balance between this yearâs big hits which cinema lovers followed closely from one international festival to another. They have been looking forward to seeing them in Egyptian theatres on one hand, …
Addressing red tape lasts longer: Shafieyâs Intense Practice to Improve Performance
If you can’t beat them, join them, so look for bureaucracy label
Cairo International Film Festivalâs 40th Edition: ambition, anticipation
New management this year, headed by producer, screenwriter Mohamed Hefzy, youngest president in festivalâs history
Green Book opens the 40th edition Cairo International Film Festival
Winner of Toronto International Film Festivalâs coveted Peopleâs Choice Award to have its MENA premiere at CIFF
âThe Mountain Between Usâ selected as the opening film of 39th Cairo International Film Festival
Wassef sent an invitation to starring film Kate Winslet, and the director is a part of the festivalâs International juries
Hussein Fahmy heads CIFFâs jury, Maged El-Kedwany wins Fatem Hamama AwardÂ
Prominent actor Hussein Fahmy is selected to be the head of the jury at the upcoming 38th round of the Cairo International Film Festival in November. Fahmy has been the head of the juryâs committee for four years between 1998 and 2001. With a history of more than 100 films, Fahmy was the head of …
From poor organisation to award-winning films: round-up of 38th Cairo International Film Festival
Before this yearâs round of the Cairo International Film Festival started, waves of criticism hit the festivalâs 38th edition. The criticism revolved around the elimination of The Last Days of the City, the festival’s poor organisation, the presence of a big number of unknown artists, and the absence of the superstars who were keen to …
At the 38th edition of Cairo International Film Festival: 2 Egyptian films take on international race among 16 others
A few days before the opening ceremony of the 38th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), Magda Wassef, the president of the festival, with representatives of the Parallel Programs running alongside the international competition in CIFF and the 4th Cairo Film Conncetion unveiled some secrets about one of Egypt’s most reputable artistic and cultural …
âIn the Last Days of the Cityâ eliminated from CIFF for participating in previous festivals
The administration knew from the very beginning that we had already agreed to screen the film at other festivals in the US and Europe, says film director
One year has passed without Omar Al-Sharif
Although it only seems like a few weeks ago, one whole year has passed since the death of Egyptâs handsome mesmerising ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ Omar Al-Sharif. On a Friday morning, people woke up to the news of their beloved award-winning super star’s death, due to a heart attack at the age of 83. Between disbelief …
Omar Sharif commemorated at CIFF
Celebrities shared memories they had with the actor while mourning his loss
Cardinale promotes tourism by participating Cairo International Film Festival
Cardinale, 77, would accept participating in an Egyptian film if she finds suitable role
The Tentmakers of Cairo: Art, life and political rollercoasters
An interview with Kim Beamish, the director of âThe Tentmakers of Cairoâ, which was screened at Cairo International Film Festival
Cairo International Film Festival celebrates Egyptian director Henry Barakat
CIFF will exhibit photographs of the director and his most celebrated work, in addition to a 30-minute documentary about his life
Italian animator wins âThe Golden Pyramidâ at Cairo International Film Festival
Massi, who has won over 200 awards in major festivals in Italy and internationally, draws everything by hand instead of using computers
The trouble with the Cairo International Film Festival
âThe FIAPF has not specified that this will happen though obviously it would not be good if the festival was not held two years in a row. But why would it not be held? We have permission from the FIAPF to hold it. The only reason why it would not happen is because the Ministry is in the way. This is a clear case of the minister creating the problem and then using it as an excuse to bring the organization back under the his wing.â
Egypt sweeps top awards at Cairo International Film Festival
In an unprecedented feat that could put the legitimacy of the awards into question, Egypt swept all major awards of the 34th Cairo International Film Festival, earning best picture, best actor, best actress and best Arabic film. The awards were announced Thursday evening at Cairo Opera House’s Main Hall. The low-key closing ceremony was notable …
Musical ‘Emir’ hits a flat note
By Elizabeth Vossen Although it may be considered a feat for Filipino cinema, âEmirâ falls flat in the international film scene. âEmirâ is an official International Feature Film selection of the 34th Cairo International Film Festival, which marks its Arab premier. Although expectations werenât particularly high at the outset, âEmirâ â the latest film by Filipino …
Change and exchange with Cairo Film Connection
Speculation on the Cairo International Film Festival’s (CIFF) past years of limited exposure, lack of opportunity for budding new talent, and the absence of a space to exchange ideas and works, has prompted a new initiative within the CIFF. Collaboration between the Egyptian Film Center and Misr International Films has resulted in the festival’s first …